Light Worksheet - Nursery - Intermediate
Light worksheet for Nursery (Ages 3-4). Intermediate level science practice, aligned to the UK National Curriculum. Print-ready with answer key included.
Exploring Light and Shadows
Nursery (Ages 3-4) - Intermediate Level
Instructions: This worksheet will help you explore the concept of light and shadows through fun activities. Follow the instructions for each activity to learn more about how light works.
Counting Sunbeams
Look at the picture of the sunbeams below. Count each sunbeam carefully and write the total number in the box. Use your finger to point to each sunbeam as you count.
How many sunbeams did you count?
Tracing the Sun
Let's practice tracing the sun. Use a yellow crayon to trace over the dotted lines of each sun. Try to stay on the lines as best as you can!
Matching Light Sources
Draw a line to match each light source to its correct name. Look closely at each picture and think about where you have seen these light sources before.
Draw a line to match each one
Shadow Shapes
Look at the shapes below. Circle all the shapes that you think can make shadows when light shines on them. Use a pencil to circle each shape.
Light Patterns
Look at the pattern of light sources below. Can you see which light sources repeat? Draw the next two light sources to continue the pattern.
Colouring Light
Colour the outline of the light bulb using your favourite colours. Think about how light can be colourful and bright.
Activity 1: 12
Activity 2: N/A
Activity 3: N/A
Activity 4: Circle, Square, Triangle, Star, Heart, Square
Activity 5: Sun, Lamp
Activity 6: N/A
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